Description
Grab Bag - Tulip World's Favourite (Pack of 16 Bulbs) (Tulipa hybrid, mixed varieties)
Please Note: These bulbs cannot be shipped to Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.
Part lucky dip, part curated collection, the Tulip World's Favourite Grab Bag is one of the most exciting ways to fill a spring garden with colour. This pack contains 16 premium tulip bulbs drawn from a rotating selection of the world's most beloved and consistently popular varieties - the classics that florists, home gardeners, and horticulturalists have returned to season after season for good reason. Each pack is hand-assembled from current top-performing stock, meaning the exact varieties inside will vary from season to season and pack to pack, but every bulb in the bag meets the same high standard: strong stems, vivid colour, generous bloom size, and reliable performance in Australian conditions.
Varieties within the grab bag are selected from the world's favourite tulip groups - Triumph, Darwin hybrid, single late, and double - spanning colours from classic scarlet and golden yellow through to soft pink, cream, deep purple, and vibrant orange. The element of surprise is part of the charm: gardeners who plant the Tulip World's Favourite Grab Bag are guaranteed a beautiful spring display, but the exact combination of colours and forms is a discovery that unfolds in the garden.
Product Highlights
• Bulb count: 16 premium tulip bulbs per pack
• Varieties: Curated selection from the world's most popular tulip varieties - varies by season
• Colour range: Mixed, spanning reds, pinks, yellows, purples, oranges, and whites
• Tulip groups: May include Triumph, Darwin hybrid, single late, and double varieties
• Plant height: 35 to 65 cm, depending on the varieties included
• Bloom time: August to October, potentially staggered across the pack
• Sun requirements: Full sun
• Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Frost tolerance: Hardy to hard frost
• Pre-chilling required: Yes, in subtropical and warmer temperate regions
• Note: Specific varieties are not guaranteed - this is a curated surprise selection
Planting Instructions
Plant tulip bulbs in late autumn between May and June for a spring display. Choose a full sun position with excellent drainage and fertile soil. Plant each bulb 15 to 20 cm deep with the flat base facing down and the pointed tip upward, spacing 10 to 15 cm apart. For the most naturalistic effect with a mixed grab bag, scatter all 16 bulbs loosely across the planting area and plant each where it lands - this creates an informal, garden-designer drift rather than a regimented row. In subtropical and warmer temperate regions (Brisbane and above), pre-chill bulbs at 4 to 7 degrees Celsius for 6 to 8 weeks before planting. Keep refrigerated bulbs well away from apples and other ethylene-producing fruit, as this gas destroys the flower embryo inside the bulb. Water well after planting.
Watering and Care
Water in after planting and allow natural rainfall to provide moisture through the cooler months. Avoid waterlogged conditions at all times, as tulip bulbs are highly susceptible to fungal rot in persistently wet soil. A balanced bulb fertiliser applied at planting time supports strong stem and flower development across all varieties in the grab bag. Tulips in Australia are best treated as annual or biennial plants; while some varieties may return, performance typically declines from the second season onward, and most Australian gardeners replant with fresh bulbs each year for the most reliable and vibrant results.
Note: When handling tulip bulbs, wear gloves. The fine hairs on the outer skin of tulip bulbs can cause a mild skin irritation known as tulip fingers in sensitive individuals. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling.
Pruning Advice
The World's Favourite Grab Bag provides an excellent mixed cut-flower harvest throughout the blooming season, with different varieties coming into flower at slightly staggered intervals, creating an extended picking window. Cut stems in the morning when buds are just beginning to show colour for maximum vase life of 10 to 14 days. Flowers will continue to open and develop beautifully after cutting. Remove spent flowers from garden plants promptly to keep the planting looking tidy. As tulips are treated as annual plants in most Australian conditions, foliage can be cleared once it has fully yellowed and collapsed naturally.
Climate Zone Guide
Cool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): Outstanding. Natural cold winters provide the deep dormancy all tulip varieties require for tall stems and vivid, well-formed blooms. The grab bag format works particularly well in cool climates where virtually all tulip groups perform reliably.
Temperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, coastal NSW): Very good. The majority of varieties in the grab bag will perform well in temperate Australian conditions. Pre-chill the entire pack for 4 to 6 weeks in warmer temperate areas to ensure consistent flowering across all varieties.
Subtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): Achievable with diligent pre-chilling for 6 to 8 weeks at 4 to 7 degrees Celsius for all bulbs. Treat as annuals. Select the sunniest, best-drained position available. The mixed nature of the grab bag means some varieties will perform better than others in subtropical conditions.
Tropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD): Not recommended for outdoor planting without sustained artificial cold treatment. Tulips require a defined cold dormancy period to initiate flowering reliably.
Important Warnings
All parts of the Tulip plant are toxic if ingested by humans and animals. The bulbs are the most toxic part and must never be confused with edible bulbs such as onions or shallots. Keep all tulip material - bulbs, stems, leaves, and flowers - away from children and pets at all times. Wear gloves when handling bulbs to avoid tulip fingers, a mild skin irritation caused by calcium oxalate crystals in the outer bulb skin. Wash hands thoroughly after handling and planting. Seek immediate medical or veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.
All orders ship from Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Where We Ship
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All over Australia, including WA & TAS. We do not ship seeds outside Australia.
Processing Times
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Order dispatch or packing time, 1 to 3 business days. Weekends and public holidays excluded. Transit time is additional.
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Western Australia orders are packed each Thursday and handed to Australia Post on Friday. Place WA orders before Wednesday 11:59 PM Sydney time for Friday dispatch.
Delivery Options and Prices
Standard Post and Parcels, Australia Post or courier
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Typical delivery time, 3 to 10 business days. Remote WA and NT may take longer.
| Order contents | Price |
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| Seed packets only, or any seeds or garden supplies up to 200 g | $3.95 |
| Upgrade seed packet delivery to tracked letter | Add $3.00 |
| Mixed items 200 g to 400 g | $5.95 |
| Mixed items 401 g to 2 kg | $10.95 |
| Mixed items over 2 kg, including seed potatoes, tubers, canes, rhizomes | $16.95 |
Free letter option for small seed orders
Seed packet orders under 1 g qualify for free untracked domestic letter shipping when the order value is $40 or more after discounts. Delivery for untracked letters may take 5 to 12 business days, sometimes longer.
Express Post and Parcels, Australia Post or courier
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Typical delivery time is 1 to 3 business days. WA, NT, TAS, and remote areas may take longer.
| Order contents | Price |
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| Seed packets only | $16 |
| Seed packets and bulk weight-based seeds up to 500 g | $19 |
| Bulk seeds 0 to 500 g | $19 |
| Bulk seeds 501 g to 1 kg | $21 |
| Bulk seeds 1.01 kg to 3 kg | $26 |
| Bulk seeds 3.01 kg to 5 kg | $45 |
| Bulk seeds 5.01 kg to 10 kg | $80 |
| Bulk seeds 10.01 kg to 15 kg | $120 |
Important for WA Express
We do not provide Express parcel service for WA orders because quarantine inspections delay delivery, which defeats the purpose of Express.
State Specific Requirements and Fees
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Western Australia, add $6 per order for Quarantine inspection. All WA seed orders go to Quarantine WA for inspection. Tracking (if any) is activated after inspection, which may take up to 10 business days from our packing date. Delivery within WA generally takes an additional 1 to 5 business days after release from Perth Airport.
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Tasmania, add $3 per order for Biosecurity paperwork. Maximum 1 kg per seed line item. Biosecurity Tasmania restrictions apply.
Tracking and Delivery
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You will receive a dispatch email with a tracking number when your order ships from our warehouse. Some small-value orders may ship as untracked letters.
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Signature on delivery is available. Add $5.95. If not selected, the carrier may leave the parcel in a safe place, your letterbox if it fits, or at a collection point. ID may be required for Registered or Signature services.
Delivery Timeframes and Late or Missing Orders
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Dispatch and delivery times are estimates. Events outside our control, such as weather or carrier delays, can affect timing.
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We use Australia Post guidelines to decide when an order is considered late or missing.
When an order is considered missing
| Service | Usual delivery time | Time before an order is counted as missing | Review period before replacement |
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| Economy delivery | 3 to 12 business days | 20 business days | 2 to 3 business days |
| Express delivery | 1 to 3 business days | 5 business days beyond Australia Post’s estimate | 2 to 3 business days |
Delivery guarantee
If your order is lost or damaged in transit, we will work with you on a fair resolution, which may include a full refund, an upgrade to tracked delivery at a subsidised rate, or a one-time replacement. If we resend an order, that replacement is final and is sent at your own risk. No further refund or replacement will be provided.
Important Notes
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We process orders after receiving cleared payment.
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Postage rates are per order. We may combine multiple orders to the same recipient at the same address into one shipment.
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Shipping charges are not discounted during product sales.
Need Help?
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Phone, 1800 733 399
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Business hours, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm NSW time (AEDT or AEST depending upon daylight savings)
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Address, PO Box 148, Riverstone NSW 2765
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ABN, 63 634 537 492
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship outside Australia
No. We only ship within Australia.
How long does Standard delivery take
Delivery typically takes 3 to 12 business days after your order is dispatched (remote WA and NT areas may experience longer timeframes). Orders are usually lodged with Australia Post the business day after packing, and delivery time is calculated from that lodgement date.
How long does Express delivery take
Most orders arrive in 1 to 3 business days. WA, NT, TAS, and remote areas may take longer.
Do WA orders have delays?
Yes. WA orders go through Quarantine inspection. Tracking activates after inspection.
Can I get a signature on delivery?
Yes. You can add a signature on delivery for $3.95.
When is an order considered missing
We follow Australia Post guidelines. See the timeframes above..
Estimate shipping
Shipping Restrictions
Shipping Restriction for WA Customers: To help us ship your order as quickly and efficiently as possible, please do not include any seed items prohibited in WA; they are listed with the label 'NOT to WA'. Due to quarantine restrictions in WA, there is a 10kg seeds limit per variety. WA orders require additional handling time. Please remain within an approved limit when ordering seeds. We review every WA order before dispatch and remove (or reduce) excess seed quantity from your order to comply with WA biosecurity regulations. Please check further information here
Tasmania Customers: We can ship seeds to Tasmania. Please do not include seed line items labeled 'NOT to TAS'. Please note that the maximum allowable limit per permitted seed line item is 1kg per order.